Damian Lillard Injury Update: Will Bucks Star Return for NBA Playoffs Matchup against Pacers?
Ahead of the playoffs, the Bucks got a massive boost as Damian Lillard is off blood-thinning medication and cleared to play soon.
theplayoffs.newsHere’s the latest I can share based on recent reports.
- Damian Lillard has been out due to a serious health issue and injury timeline has varied by season, with updates in 2025 noting a blood clot (DVT) in his right calf and later Achilles concerns. This has led to extended absences and uncertainty about his return timeline.[4][5][6][7]
- In April 2025, reports indicated Lillard was out indefinitely while recovering from the DVT and later suffered a torn left Achilles, effectively ending his season and delaying any return to the court.[7][4]
- By February 2026, sources discussing his status highlighted continued inactivity and questions about when he might return, following the long recovery path from prior injuries.[5]
If you want, I can pull the very latest status from current outlets and summarize with dates and timelines from the most recent authoritative reports.